NPR’s Digital Media Division is seeking a Senior User Experience Architect to help articulate the needs, goals and requirements that guide NPR Digital Media projects and translate these into innovative multiplatform user experiences. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in user analysis, information architecture, visual design and front end coding, including the ability to develop high-fidelity prototypes. At least four years of professional experience with large, database-driven websites and content management systems is required. Media industry experience is a plus. Please apply at jobs.npr.org and include a cover letter and resume as well as portfolio URLs if possible.
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